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10/14: Star’s Jingle Jam lineup includes David Archuleta, Gavin DeGraw
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Star 94’s 2008 edition of the Jingle Jam features yet another “American Idol” finalist (David Archuleta), plus a couple of recycled acts from past Jingle Jams (Colbie Caillat, Gavin DeGraw-right).
The show is December 17 at Gwinnett Arena. Tickets go on sale this Saturday at Ticketmaster. In recent years, it has sold out. Tix range from $27 to $57.
I can’t say this is their strongest lineup yet by any stretch of the imagination. Last year had the buzz of the Jonas Brothers. Archuleta might be able to jimmy up at least some of that enthusiasm.
Based on the order of the acts listed in the press release, the first up will be We the Kings, a pop group from Florida with one minor hit “Check Yes Juliet.” Next will be Archuleta (right), the “Idol” runner up who has a top 15 hit with “Crush.” Then it’s Flyleaf, a rock band from Texas whose song “I’m So Sick” is on Rock Band but would hardly be called a huge hit. Colbie Caillat appeared a year ago and has a couple of hits (“Bubbly,” “Realize”) but is hardly defined as a breakout star. So that leaves Gavin DeGraw (“I Don’t Want To Be,” “In Love With a Girl”) as the headliner. He too has had a couple of decent-sized hits but isn’t nearly as big as Avril Lavigne (last year’s headliner) or Goo Goo Dolls (2006’s headliner.)
My favorite lineup was 2003, which included Maroon 5, Sarah McLachlan, Jessica Simpson and Barenaked Ladies.
2004: Duran Duran
2004: Jason Mraz, Switchfoot, Gavin DeGraw,Howie Day and James Blunt.
2006: Hinder, the Fray, K.T. Tunstall, Goo Goo Dolls
2007: Elliott Yamin, Colbie Caillat, Jonas Brothers, Avril Lavigne
So what do you think of the 2008 edition? Are you excited?
Comments
By mj
October 14, 2008 4:29 PM | Link to this
Rodney, I have been reading Peach Buzz for a long time now and it seems to me that you are all about Q100 and The Bert Show and yes I do listen to Star94 more than Q. Have you ever mentioned and postive word about Star? Everytime I read Radio & TV talk you are always negative about anything Star ever does. I think that the 2008 edition of Jingle Jam will be great and I plan on going and having a great time. So with that being said, will we ever see a positve article about Star94? Maybe, but I can bet it will not be written by you.
By mj
October 14, 2008 4:33 PM | Link to this
Rodney, I have been reading Peach Buzz for a long time now and it seems to me that you are all about Q100 and The Bert Show and yes I do listen to Star94 more than Q. Have you ever mentioned and postive word about Star? Everytime I read Radio & TV talk you are always negative about anything Star ever does. I think that the 2008 edition of Jingle Jam will be great and I plan on going and having a great time. So with that being said, will we ever see a positve article about Star94? Maybe, but I can bet it will not be written by you.
By kimk
October 14, 2008 4:33 PM | Link to this
Yay! I love David Archuleta! Hope I can go and thinking this will be the best one yet!
By Ynit
October 14, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this
Star 94 is terrible. The only time I listen is on the weekends. Djs are better then on the weekdays. Morning Mess is the worst morning show I have ever heard and Cindy and Ray are annoying.
By Joner
October 14, 2008 5:23 PM | Link to this
The most exciting name on the list so far is David Archuleta! I think he will be a HUGE draw!
By glwessen
October 14, 2008 5:39 PM | Link to this
maybe they can call it the rodney ho-ho- jam, you can open and fill everyone in on your extensive experience in broadcasting/media.
By Debbie
October 14, 2008 9:01 PM | Link to this
I think it’s a great lineup and you can’t beat the ticket price. A girls night out for sure, thank you Star 94!
By IT WILL BE A HIT
October 14, 2008 9:15 PM | Link to this
This will be a HIT ! Can’t wait !
By IT WILL BE A HIT
October 14, 2008 9:18 PM | Link to this
THIS WILL BE A HIT - CAN’T WAIT ! DAVID ARCHULETA CAN CARRY IT OUT NO MATTER WHAT.
By IT WILL BE A HIT
October 14, 2008 9:18 PM | Link to this
THIS WILL BE A HIT - CAN’T WAIT ! DAVID ARCHULETA CAN CARRY IT OUT NO MATTER WHAT.
By CAN'T WAIT !
October 14, 2008 9:20 PM | Link to this
CAN’T WAIT WITH DAVID ARCHULETA I AM SURE IT WILL A HIT !
By CAN'T WAIT !
October 14, 2008 9:20 PM | Link to this
CAN’T WAIT WITH DAVID ARCHULETA I AM SURE IT WILL A HIT !
By Super Phat Mikey
October 15, 2008 3:20 AM | Link to this
Will there be food there?
By romy diaz
October 15, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this
I’m going to miss it because I live in Maryland but I know I will be able to watch it later on…., at least DAVID ARCHULETA’S performance, which will be the best. This kid is amazing. Better than aspirin. LOVE YA KID
By Dan Bowen
October 15, 2008 1:42 PM | Link to this
This looks like a great place to get a few hours of sleep!
By who cares
October 15, 2008 2:16 PM | Link to this
other than Duran Duran-the line up, if it sucked any further would be an x movie! Star 94 stinks-hang it up! Gavin De Graw? is that Quick Draw McGraw’s cousin? Or Bugsy McGraw’s nephew? PU!
By Jon
October 15, 2008 7:44 PM | Link to this
Archuleta got a great reception when he performed here at the AI tour. He will do great. I know people coming to this from Florida just to see him.
By Jon
October 15, 2008 7:46 PM | Link to this
Archuleta got a great reception when he performed here at the AI tour. He will do great. I know people coming to this from Florida just to see him.
By Regina
October 15, 2008 8:26 PM | Link to this
You’ll be amazed at the number of fans David Archuleta will draw. He is an amazing singer and attacts people of all ages.
By star 94 is over
October 23, 2008 1:08 PM | Link to this
hang it up star..seriously.